At Curaleaf, we’re redefining the cannabis industry with a strong commitment to quality, expertise, and innovation. As a leading global cannabis provider, our brands—including Curaleaf, Select, and Grassroots—offer premium products and services in both medical and adult-use markets.
Join us at Curaleaf to be part of a high-growth, purpose-driven company that champions corporate social responsibility through our Rooted in Good initiative, supporting community outreach and positive change. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive innovation, and help shape the future of cannabis.
Title: Director, Tax
Location: Stamford, CT
Job Type: Full- Time, Exempt
About the Role:
The Director of Tax leads the company’s tax strategy, compliance, and reporting functions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all tax operations. Reporting to the Vice President of Tax, you’ll play a key role in navigating the complex tax landscape of the cannabis industry, driving strategic tax planning, and providing expert guidance to leadership.
What You’ll Do:
- Prepare and review quarterly and annual U.S. GAAP (ASC 740) income tax provisions and disclosures.
- Oversee preparation and review of federal, state, and local income tax returns, including international reporting (e.g., Forms 5471).
- Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements and maintain strong internal controls.
- Research and advise on tax implications of business transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize the company’s tax position.
- Lead federal, state, and local tax audits and manage relationships with external advisors and auditors.
- Supervise and mentor tax team members, supporting professional growth and operational excellence.
- Recommend and lead process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and automation in tax operations.
What You’ll Bring:
- You have a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
- You have at least 10 years of progressive experience in public accounting (Big 4 or regional) or a corporate tax function at a publicly traded company.
- You have extensive experience with ASC 740 income tax provisions, including Uncertain Tax Positions and financial disclosures.
- You have a deep understanding of SOX compliance and internal control frameworks related to tax.
- You have strong technical knowledge of federal, multi-state, and international corporate tax compliance, reporting, and audits.
- You have experience managing complex tax projects, including mergers and acquisitions.
- You have exceptional research, documentation, and communication skills with the ability to provide clear, strategic guidance.
- You are a collaborative leader who can develop team members and build strong cross-functional partnerships.
- You thrive in fast-paced environments and can manage multiple priorities while maintaining high-quality results.
- You are proficient in Microsoft Office and financial reporting systems.
Even Better If:
- CPA required.
- Hands on experience with tax technology platforms, including OneSource Corporate Income Tax and OneSource Tax Provision.
- Proven track record of leading or contributing to tax automation initiatives, process improvements, and technology-driven efficiencies in tax operations.
Compensation:
We offer competitive compensation based on experience, along with opportunities for growth and development within a collaborative, high-performing team.
What We Offer:
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Competitive Pay and Benefits
- Generous PTO and Parental Leave
- 401(K) Retirement Plan
- Life/ Disability Insurance
- Community Involvement
- Referral Bonuses and Product Discounts
Benefits vary by state, role type, and eligibility.
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Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (TSX: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to enhance lives by cultivating, sharing, and celebrating the power of the plant. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company, and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select, Grassroots, JAMS, Find and Zero Proof provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. Curaleaf International is the largest vertically integrated cannabis company in Europe with a unique supply and distribution network throughout the European market, bringing together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction, and production. Home | Curaleaf | Cannabis with Confidence
Our Vision: To be the world's leading cannabis company by consistently delivering superior products and services and driving the global acceptance of cannabis.
Our Values:
- Lead and Inspire.
- Commit to Win.
- ONE Curaleaf.
- Driven to Deliver Excellence.
Curaleaf is an equal opportunity employer. Curaleaf recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Individuals adversely impacted by the war on drugs are encouraged to apply.
Current Curaleaf employees should apply for open positions through our Internal Job Board, which can be accessed via the link on The Leaf.
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Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (CSE: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf") is a leading international provider of consumer products in cannabis with a mission to improve lives by providing clarity around cannabis and confidence around consumption. As a high-growth cannabis company known for quality, expertise and reliability, the Company and its brands, including Curaleaf, Select and Grassroots provide industry-leading service, product selection and accessibility across the medical and adult-use markets. In the United States, Curaleaf currently operates in 23 states with 106 dispensaries, 23 cultivation sites and more than 30 processing sites, employing over 4,800 team members.
Curaleaf International is the largest vertically integrated cannabis company in Europe with a unique supply and distribution network throughout the European market, bringing together pioneering science and research with cutting-edge cultivation, extraction and production. Curaleaf is listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol CURA and trades on the OTCQX market under the symbol CURLF. For more information, please visit: https://ir.curaleaf.com.
